A visit to the Twisted Twig Vintage Nook in Burton Village is like stepping back in time.
A visit to the Twisted Twig Vintage Nook in Burton Village is like stepping back in time.
It reminds shoppers there used to be more to focus on in living rooms than recliners and big-screen TVs, that an earlier generation used to bring out special China for holiday dinners and our grandparents took the time to care for family heirlooms lovingly handed down.
The enticing aroma of homemade soy candles and natural soaps sets the stage for a meander through collections of refurbished and decorated vintage furniture in the intimate shop at 14538 North Cheshire Street.
While many homeowners spent the last year ordering home décor from various websites, Trisha Tucek was happy to see a lot of people visiting her shop, admiring and purchasing her plethora of antique furnishings and displays.
“We did really well during COVID,” she said in a phone interview. “People are doing new things in their homes. I’m struggling to keep things in the shop.”
Tucek took over the space from Off Center Vintage a couple of years ago hoping her talent for “putting things together” would carry over into retail.
Former owner Dianne Desatnik has retained a small space in the shop, Tucek said.
Opening her own retail business was a big leap of faith for Tucek.
“I’ve done travelling shows and flea markets for years. This is my first brick and mortar business,” she said.
Although she makes it sound like she may be a business novice, it is hardly the case.
Tucek has been in construction for 26 years. Her J&B Construction background gave her opportunities to collect and refurbish an assortment of items and to practice her talents helping customers craft attractive living spaces, she said.
“I’ve always been creative. I like putting things together for clients,” she said.
The Twisted Twig is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday, often managed by Tucek’s daughter, Delaney, 17, a senior and athlete at Berkshire High School.
Not surprisingly, she plans to study business management next fall when she starts college at the Kent State University – Geauga campus.
“My whole family is in business,” she said, noting her mother’s occupation ordering for J&B and setting up the construction sites.
Her father, Matthew Tucek, runs Greystone Concrete and Supply Ltd. out of their home in Burton, she said.
Tucek credited her Amish business partner, Jonas Yoder, with teaching her about the industry and encouraging her to connect with the merchant community in Burton.
“He’s amazing. He taught me a lot over the years,” she said.
The Twisted Twig, which she said is just an offshoot of B&J, has helped her connect and become involved in the Shop, Hop and Dine program scheduled to kick off May 22 in the village, where vendors offer great specials for visitors.
“We have a lot of great restaurants. It’s going to be really fun,” Tucek said.
